N10268-52B2VC Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The N10268-52B2VC is a 68-position D-Sub receptacle connector manufactured by 3M, designed for panel mount, through-hole, right-angle solder termination applications. This connector belongs to the 102 Mini D Ribbon (MDR) series and features board lock and shielded construction with gold-plated contacts.

The N10268-52B2VC is classified as obsolete. Identifying equivalent and substitute parts is necessary to maintain design continuity, ensure supply chain availability, and support legacy system maintenance and repairs.

Substiute Parts

N10268-52B2VC

3MIn Stock: 737N10268-52B2VC Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

N10268-52B2PC

3MIn Stock: 1171N10268-52B2PC Datasheet

DirectRFQ

2-5178238-8

TE Connectivity AMP ConnectorsIn Stock: 9152-5178238-8 Datasheet

MFR RecommendedRFQ

5787083-7

TE Connectivity AMP ConnectorsIn Stock: 24705787083-7 Datasheet

MFR RecommendedRFQ

Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution for the N10268-52B2VC is determined by the following critical parameters:

• Number of Positions and Rows: 68 positions, 2 rows
• Connector Type and Style: Receptacle with outer shroud contacts
• Mounting Configuration: Panel mount, through-hole, right-angle orientation
• Termination Method: Solder
• Flange Feature: Housing/Shell (M2.6)
• Features: Board lock and shielded construction
• Contact Finish: Gold plating at 30.0µin (0.76µm)

Substitute parts must match all these parameters to ensure mechanical and electrical compatibility. The following parts satisfy these criteria:

Direct 3M Equivalent: N10268-52B2PC (same series, active product status, RoHS compliant)

Cross-Manufacturer Substitutes:

• 2-5178238-8 (TE Connectivity AMP Connectors, CHAMP .050 II series)
• 5787083-7 (TE Connectivity AMP Connectors, AMPLIMITE .050 III series)

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

N10268-52B2PC is the primary equivalent for the N10268-52B2VC. Both parts are from the 3M 102 Mini D Ribbon series and share identical mechanical and electrical specifications. The N10268-52B2PC is currently in active production status and is RoHS compliant, making it the preferred choice for new designs and legacy system replacements where regulatory compliance is required.

2-5178238-8 (TE Connectivity AMP Connectors, CHAMP .050 II series) is a cross-manufacturer substitute that maintains all critical mechanical and electrical parameters. This part is RoHS compliant but is classified as obsolete. It is suitable for applications where supply from the primary 3M source is unavailable.

5787083-7 (TE Connectivity AMP Connectors, AMPLIMITE .050 III series) is an active, ROHS3-compliant alternative. This part differs in connector style (D-Type versus outer shroud contacts) and mounting configuration (board edge mounting in addition to through-hole, right-angle). The 5787083-7 includes latchblocks and uses a 2-56 flange feature instead of M2.6. These differences may require mechanical redesign of the mounting interface.

For applications requiring strict form-fit-function compatibility without redesign, N10268-52B2PC is the recommended selection. For applications where design modification is acceptable, 5787083-7 offers the advantage of active product status and current compliance certifications.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can N10268-52B2PC be used as a direct replacement for N10268-52B2VC?

A: Yes. Both parts are from the 3M 102 Mini D Ribbon series and share identical specifications for number of positions, rows, connector type, mounting configuration, termination method, flange feature, and contact finish. The primary difference is product status and RoHS compliance.

Q: What is the difference between the 3M substitutes and the TE Connectivity alternatives?

A: The 3M N10268-52B2PC is a direct equivalent within the same series. The TE Connectivity parts (2-5178238-8 and 5787083-7) are cross-manufacturer alternatives that maintain the same electrical and mechanical interface specifications but belong to different connector series. The 5787083-7 includes additional features (latchblocks) and uses a different flange specification (2-56 versus M2.6).

Q: Is the N10268-52B2VC RoHS compliant?

A: No. The N10268-52B2VC is classified as RoHS non-compliant. The N10268-52B2PC and both TE Connectivity alternatives (2-5178238-8 and 5787083-7) are RoHS compliant or ROHS3 compliant.

Q: What are the key parameters that determine substitutability?

A: The critical parameters are: 68 positions in 2 rows, receptacle type, panel mount through-hole right-angle configuration, solder termination, M2.6 flange feature, board lock and shielded features, and gold contact finish at 30.0µin thickness.

Q: Can 5787083-7 be used without mechanical redesign?

A: The 5787083-7 differs in mounting configuration (board edge mounting option) and flange specification (2-56 with latchblocks versus M2.6). Applications using panel mount through-hole right-angle configuration may require mechanical interface redesign to accommodate these differences.

Q: What is the inventory status of these substitutes?

A: N10268-52B2PC has 1136 pieces in stock. 2-5178238-8 has 892 pieces in stock. 5787083-7 has 2366 pieces in stock.